3"x 3" Hinging Separators (10)

These separators are used in the hinging process when using the “V” type hinge when floating artwork. Made of Hollytex which is a non-woven 100% polyester it is excellent for keeping hinging tissue from sticking to the blotter during the drying process by allowing moisture to pass through and be absorbed by the blotter. Youtube video will be uploaded shortly.

3" x 3" Blotter Paper (10)

These blotters are used in the hinging process to absorb moisture from the pasted hinge during the drying process. They are also used in the “paste-out” process in which two blotters, one on the top covering all but an 1/8” (this can vary) of the hinge which allows you to accurately brush paste onto the hinge. These paste-out blotters should be kept separate and not mixed with the drying blotters so they do not accidentally get paste on the artwork.

These blotters have a soft surface and are excellent at absorbing moisture.

Step 1 Place your artwork face down on hinging separators and assemble the tools and supplies. In addition to the hinging separators, you will need wheat paste, a brush, tweezers, blotters, and the hinges.

Step 2 Apply the wheat paste to the hinge. Take a blotter and apply it over the hinge only exposing the area of the hinge that you want to apply the glue. The hinge should only have the paste applied to the top of the hinge.

Step 3 Use your tweezers to turn the hinge over and place it on the back of the artwork. The placement is approximately 1″ from the edge of the artwork and 1/4″ from the top.

Step 4 Place a blotter on the hinge and press down with your finger gently to remove any excess moisture. Turn the blotter and repeat this process until all moisture is removed.

Step 5 Place a weight on the blotter.

Step 6 Repeat the process on the other hinge.

Step 7 Let the hinges dry for at least one hour and then remove the weights.

The hinges will look like this when done. You are now ready to turn over the artwork an attach it to a backing board.